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    Home » Snacks, Street food & more » Paneer Puff

    Paneer Puff

    Published: Jun 29, 2017 · by Shilpa · Leave a Comment

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    Paneer Puff

    Paneer puff step-by-step recipe with photos.

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    About this recipe

    Paneer puffs are crispy, flaky, savoury puff pastries with a flavourful cottage cheese filling. A perfect tea time snack. Back in India, these goodies are one of the most popular tea time snack available in almost all bakeries. I loved vegetable puff as a kid, which was nothing but puff pastries filled with a spicy vegetable filling. But these delicious savoury puffs are not available in stores outside India. But what is easily available are ready-to-use frozen puff pastry sheets, and with them, making these paneer puffs are super easy. I have never tried making puff pastry sheets at home. The store-bought ones are simple to use and so flaky and crispy once baked.

    Ingredients to make paneer puff

    Puff pastry sheets: I use store-bought puff pastry sheets to make these paneer puffs.

    Paneer: Paneer is fresh Indian cottage cheese. You can either make fresh paneer at home or can use store-bought ones.

    Onion and capsicum: They form the base of the filling. You can use other vegetables of your choice - example, grated carrot.

    Spices: I use cumin powder, coriander powder, chilli powder, garam masala, and amchur.

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    Tips for making the best paneer puff

    Make sure there is no moisture content on the filling. If there is any moisture content, increase the flame towards the end of cooking, and let it dry.

    Let the puff pastry sheets thaw completely before using. It is best to thaw it overnight in the refrigerator.

    Cut the paneer into small cubes. If they are big chunks, it will be difficult to handle while stuffing them into the puff pastry sheets.

    You can alter the spices as per your preferences. For example, if you are making them for kids, you can reduce or skip the chilli powder.

    You can bake the paneer puff beforehand and reheat before serving. Always reheat in a preheated oven or air fryer. Do not put them in a microwave.

    Bonus

    This dish:
    - is very easy to make and suitable for beginners
    - can be baked beforehand and reheated before serving
    - can be made in less than 30 minutes
    - is great party snack
    - absolutely loved by the kids

    Crispy, flaky texture with delicious filling is definitely a party pleaser. Prepare these delicious golden treats at home for a perfect tea time snack.

    For more paneer recipes, click here.

    For lamb mince puff recipe, click here.

    Paneer Puff

    Paneer puff step-by-step recipe with photos

    1. Chop onion and capsicum (I have used a mix of red, green and yellow)

    2. Fry onion and capsicum along with spices

    3. Add paneer and mix gently

    4. Stuffing for the puff ready

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    5. Cut puff pastry sheets into 4 squares

    6. Add prepared filling on each square and seal the edges

    7. Apply milk wash using a brush

    8. Bake until the puffs are golden and crispy

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    Recipe card

    Paneer Puff

    Paneer puff

    Paneer PuffShilpa
    Paneer puffs are crispy, flaky, savoury puff pastries with a flavourful cottage cheese filling. A perfect tea time snack.
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    Course Appetizer, Snack
    Cuisine Indian
    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 30 mins
    Total Time 40 mins

    Ingredients
      

    • 3-4 puff pastry sheets
    • 200 grams paneer
    • 1 small onion finely chopped
    • 1 cup capsicum finely chopped (I have used a mix of green, yellow and red)
    • 2 tbsp oil
    • ½ tsp cumin powder
    • ½ tsp coriander powder
    • 1 tsp red chilli powder or as per taste
    • 1 tsp garam masala
    • 1 tsp amchur
    • Salt to taste
    • A few coriander leaves for garnish

    Instructions
     

    • Thaw the puff pastry sheets as per the packet instructions
    • Cut the paneer into small cubes and set aside
    • In a frying pan, heat oil and add onions. Fry till they are translucent
    • Add the capsicum, salt, cumin powder, coriander powder, and red chilli powder. Saute for 1-2 minutes
    • Add paneer cubes, garam masala, amchur, and mix gently. Take care not to break the paneer pieces
    • Saute for 1-2 minutes and turn off the flame. Garnish with coriander leaves
    • Preheat oven at 200℃
    • Cut the puff pastry sheet into 4 squares
    • Fill 1-2 tbsp of the filling in each sheet. Apply water on the edges and seal it completely
    • Gently press the ends with a fork. Repeat with the remaining sheets
    • Place the puff on a baking tray. Brush the top of the puff with milk
    • Bake in a preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the puffs are golden
    • Serve hot

    Notes

    Always reheat the puff in the oven and never in a microwave
    Nutrition Facts
    Paneer puff
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 331 Calories from Fat 216
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 24g37%
    Saturated Fat 7g44%
    Cholesterol 9mg3%
    Sodium 126mg5%
    Potassium 58mg2%
    Carbohydrates 24g8%
    Fiber 1g4%
    Sugar 1g1%
    Protein 6g12%
    Vitamin A 311IU6%
    Vitamin C 13mg16%
    Calcium 71mg7%
    Iron 1mg6%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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